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Luxor

A Portal to the Past

 

 Luxor is Originally called ‘Thebes’ in ancient Egypt, Luxor is often marked by being the ‘World’s greatest open-air Museum’

 Such a city has a profound religious tendencies from the dawn of history, crowning Amon as their major deity

Welcome to Luxor, the universal hub for all the political, religious, and military aspects in Ancient Egypt.

Get a Glimpse into 

Luxor’s Historic Sights

Karnak Temples

The Temple of Karnak was believed to be the spot where creation began. They also believed it was a point of interaction between Amun-Ra and Egyptians.

Colossi of Memnon

Explore two enormous statues of 18th Dynasty Pharaoh Amenhotep III originally designed to guard his mortuary temple, located on the western bank of the Nile, opposite Luxor.

Luxor Temple

It is located around three kilometers to the south of Karnak Temple, to which it was once linked with a processional way bordered with sphinxes.

Valley of the Kings & Queens

The burial site of almost all the kings (pharaohs) of the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties (1539–1075 bce), from Thutmose I to Ramses X.

Luxor Museum

Discover the 1st wonder of Egypt, covering a 7km stretch of the Western Desert, Saqqara, the huge cemetery of ancient Memphis, was an active burial

Valley of Artisans

A tantalising glimpse into the exotic culture and remarkable sophistication of this ancient civilisation.

Madinet Hapu

Madīnat Habu, also spelled Medinet Habu, the necropolis region of western Thebes that is enclosed by the outer walls of the mortuary temple .

Ramesseum

funerary temple of Ramses II (1279–13 bc), erected on the west bank of the Nile River at Thebes in Upper Egypt. The temple, famous for its 57-foot (17-metre) seated statue of Ramses II

Queen Hatshepsut Temple

The mortuary temple of Hatshepsut is a mortuary temple built during the reign of Pharaoh Hatshepsut of the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt.

Enjoy

Luxurious Stay

Steigenberger Nile Palace

Experience history and luxury living in Luxor at an exquisite Nile view Hotel, close to the signature Luxor Museum.

📌Perks:

Pool                    Gym Centres

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Sofitel Winter Palace

Reserve your escape at Sofitel Winter Palace, a chic hotel in Luxor, Egypt providing superb views, for instance, an exquisite Nile View.

📌Perks:

Gym Centers        Free Park

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Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa

Hilton Luxor Hotel The Nile Palace Luxor is a modern, well-equipped hotel offering an ideal location in the centre of the tourist district of Luxor.

📌Perks:

Room Service          Free Pool 

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    Sonesta St George

    Sonesta St George is a modern, well-equipped hotel offering an ideal location in the centre of the tourist district of Luxor. The scenery is breathtaking.

    📌Perks:

    Room Service          Free Pool

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      Authentic Experience

      Fine Dining

       Curate a full-on Egyptian experience of appetizing cuisine with Heritage Egypt special Catering in Tourists’ Choice restaurants 

      Sofra Restaurant & Café

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      Dare to taste dishes that defy the test of time?

      Gluten Free Options
      Vegan-friendly

      1886 Restaurant

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      Envelop your senses with luxurious taste bringing you delight 

      Middle Eastern Food

       

       

      Marsam's Hotel Cuisine

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      Dare to taste from the haven of traditional yet fine dining

      Accesable
      Vegan-friendly

      Activities

      Immerse yourself in the big city with myriad of fun activities in seamless arrangements

      Felucca

      Hot Air Ballon

      Sound & Light Show

      Tomb of Seti I

      Tomb of Tut Ankhamun

      Quad Bike 

      Luxor’s FAQs

      Why is Luxor so famous?

      Luxor was the ancient city of Thebes, the capital of Upper Egypt during the New Kingdom, and the city of Amun, later to become the god Amun-Ra. 

      Is it worth going to Luxor Egypt?
      Why a visit to Luxor is a must. Situated in the Nile Valley in Upper Egypt, Luxor is an essential component of any Egyptian itinerary. Known as ‘the world’s largest open-air museum’, it harbors many of the country’s most astonishing monuments and is the starting point of the majority of river cruises.
      Can you drink tap water in Luxor Egypt?

      The tap water in Egypt is safe to drink. To stay hydrated throughout your Egypt tour, especially when walking around in the heat, you should drink bottled water.